TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “Irish cousin” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks Chicago issues with Ald. Joe Moreno, learns about dying the Chicago River green, and chats with Mike Houlihan about his new film, “Our Irish Cousins.” Happy St. Paddy’s Day! Proco “Joe” Moreno– Alderman, 1st Ward Ald. Moreno joins us to discuss various local issues such as liquor moratoriums, LED billboards in neighborhoods, and Chicago school closings. Ald. Joe Moreno OTL Rewind– Mike Butler, Head of the Green Chicago River Crew With this being St. Patrick’s Day week, we thought it’d be cool to dig into the OTL audio archives to hear a clip from OTL #25 that includes learning about the history of turning the Chicago River green. Dying the Chicago River Mike Houlihan– Local author, comedian, filmmaker, Irishman Mike’s latest film, Our Irish Cousins, is an exploration of the Irish-American experience. We discuss the film and the lessons he learned from visiting his homeland. Our Irish Cousins OTL #335 local music provided by Safe Haven..
TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on “The Chicagoans” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about “The Chicagoans” column and video series, remembers Susan from Gold Star, and previews Chicago Filmmakers 2013 winter season. Anne Ford– Freelance writer, creator of The Chicagoans column and producer of its video series Get a glimpse into the fascinating lives of your fellow citizens. We get the lowdown on this project. RIP Susan – Earlier this week Susan Stursberg, co-owner of Gold Star Bar in Wicker Park, passed away. Mike remembers her. Susan Stursberg of Gold Star (pictured on the left) Beckie Stocchetti– Program Director at Chicago Filmmakers We get a preview of their Winter 2013 screening series. OTL #322 local music provided by Rocketboat…
Posted 12 years ago Tagged Chicago bars Chicago blog Chicago film Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Chicago Reader Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW
TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “homebrew” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the local co-director of the new movie, “The Believers,” says goodbye to his college bar, and previews the Andersonville Homebrew Contest. Clayton Brown– Co-director of The Believers This new documentary tells the story of the two scientists in 1989 who announced they discovered cold fusion as an energy source. Three months later their reputations were ruined. We find out more from Clayton. Goodbye Hamilton’s –Mike bids farewell to his college bar Hamilton’s (6341 N. Broadway) has been a meeting place for Loyola University students and Rogers Park locals since 1933. The bar shuts its doors on October 27th. Mike says goodbye to this local institution. Hamilton’s on Broadway. Photo courtesy of chibarproject.com. Colleen O’Toole– Managing Director of the Andersonville Development Corporation We preview the Andersonville Homebrew Contest coming up on November 15 and discuss the business climate of the neighborhood. OTL #314 local music provided by Brendan Losch…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago bars Chicago Beer Chicago blog Chicago film Chicago media Chicago neighborhoods Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW
TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “pizza rules” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen chats with Ald. Joe Moreno (1st) about what’s been keeping him busy lately, previews the 2nd Pizza Film Fest in Roscoe Village, and talks to the editor of the Chicago Architecture Blog. Proco “Joe” Moreno— Alderman, 1st Ward Ald. Moreno joins us to discuss a variety of topics such as his views on the proposed 2012 city budget, his proposal to ban plastic bags in certain Chicago stores, and his views on decriminalizing marijuana. Ald. Joe Moreno Tia Ayers– Creator and Producer of the Pizza Film Festival If you like pizza and film, then check out this unique film fest happening on November 29th at the Hungry Brain in Roscoe Village. We get the lowdown from Tia. Wayne Lorentz— Editor of the Chicago Architecture Blog Since 2003 this site has been documenting urban life and development in Chicago. We discuss the site and local architecture with Wayne this week. OTL #268 local music provided by Narrow Sparrow…
Posted 14 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago film Chicago media Chicago politics Chicago Radio Joe Moreno Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW